Carson City, NV –The Nevada State Immunization Program (NSIP) has received a supplemental funding award of $1,279,710 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to fund an enhanced influenza vaccination campaign during the 2020-2021 influenza season.
“Facts are stubborn things; and whatever may be our wishes, our inclinations, or the dictates of our passion, they cannot alter the state of facts and evidence.” While John Adams was defending the lives of British soldiers at the time, he could very well have said the same thing about science.
Parents have a lot on their minds right now. The AAP and other health experts want them to know doctor’s offices and clinics are open for business, and ready to schedule visits to make sure their children are fully immunized. These visits are so important for other reasons, too, including making sure children’s development is on track and checking on other health concerns while families have been social distancing.
You may be wondering if you should still visit the doctor’s office or clinic for your child’s shots. Health experts strongly recommend children, especially infants and toddlers, continue to receive their immunizations on time. We encourage you to contact the office or clinic and ask how they're handling the coronavirus outbreak.
Today we encourage you to follow the Governor's recommendations of staying vigilant and staying safe, and especially his recent messages about wearing a face covering.
"Wear it for one of our thousands of front line health care workers. Wear it for the person at the grocery store. Wear it for someone you know that (has an underlying health condition) that you care about. Wear it as a sign of respect." -- @GovSisolak
If you are a parent of an infant or young child, the current COVID-19 pandemic may have you questioning if taking your child to their pediatrician or healthcare provider for their wellness check or scheduled vaccine appointment is safe.
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Contact Ann-Marie Auger-Andrews, B&P
(702) 967-2222 |
Immunize Nevada concerned about drop in state’s immunization rates amid COVID-19
LAS VEGAS – Immunize Nevada, Nevada’s only statewide nonprofit dedicated to immunizations with offices in Reno and Las Vegas, is concerned about the recent decline in immunization rates throughout Nevada due to the COVID-19 crisis.
CONTACT: Ann-Marie Auger-Andrews, B&P
(702) 967-2222 |
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Immunize Nevada AmeriCorps member chosen as awards finalist
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As we enter into Nevada's Phase One, we encourage you to follow the Governor's recommendations of staying vigilant and staying safe, so we can stay open. An immense message of gratitude for those working on the front lines in our community to keep us all healthy, fed, and safe and to those who are returning to work as businesses reopen.